The Poop and Scoop Blog

What To Do in Los Angeles This Saturday!

Maybe you're trying to figure out what to do this Saturday? Why don't you head on over to a garage sale! What?? A garage sale in LA? I've got better thing to do than hang out at a garage sale. Well, maybe not if you're an animal lover. This garage sale is being held by Shelter Animal Advocacy Fund (SAAFLA)…100% of the proceeds go to projects that benefit shelter dogs and cats in need!

Kasel Associated Industries Recall - Possible Salmonella Health Risk

**** PET FOOD RECALL 2/19/2013 ****

Kasel Associated Industries of Denver, CO is voluntarily recalling all products manufactured at their Denver facility from 4/12/2012 to 09/19/2012 due to possible Salmonella contamination.

Kasel is recalling Boots & Barkley, BIXBI, Nature's Deli, Colorado Naturals, Petco and Best Bully Stick items. The recalled products were distributed nationwide through various retailers from April 20th to September 29, 2012.

February is National Prevent a Litter Month

Designed to raise public awareness about the importance of spaying/neutering dogs, cats, puppies and kittens, February has been designated as National Prevent a Litter Month in order to ward off the enormous amounts of litters that arrive at animal shelters each spring.

February is Adopt a Rescued Rabbit Month

Thinking about getting a new pet? Consider adopting a rabbit! You may not be aware that Los Angeles city shelters have a large number of rabbits available for adoption. Because rabbits are currently the third most common animal given up to shelters, Petfinder.com has designated February as Adopt a Rescued Rabbit Month in order to raise public awareness about the huge amount of these long-eared animals needing forever homes.

February is National Pet Dental Health Month

Did you know that the simple act of cleaning your pet's teeth on a regular basis can not only lead to a healthier life but a longer life span as well? In fact, thorough and consistent maintenance of your pet's teeth can increase their life expectancy as much as much as 30%! That's like giving your 10-year old retriever an extra five years of life…isn't that worth taking the time to brush your pet's teeth?